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Status: Single
City: Staffordshire
Country: UK
Signup Date: 12/3/2006
Saturday, May 10, 2008 

Category: Life

Hello everyone, this is Mel's webmaster.

I saw Mel at home today and he has asked me to post the following message for you all:

"Hi to everyone and thanks so much for your continued kind words and wishes.  They are truly appreciated by my wife and I.  I want you to know that i am no longer going out to the pub - now the pub is coming to me.  I have friends visit me at home each day, I have drugs in me 24/7, and I have a plentiful supply of Gin & Tonic by my bedside. I even have my own ice machine!  In fact it's just like my Whitesnake days

You will see from a couple of newly added pics (in the Recent Pics album) I have also got hold of my original Les Paul again.  This beauty is responsible for the sound of all of my music from Hot Wire onwards.  Its been many years since I held her and its such a thrill to have her back again.

Thanks again

Melville

 

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Roger Williams

 
Ah Mel, that's so cool you got to hold that guitar again. Been thinking about you.
I will check out the pictures.
love and respect,
Roger
 
Posted by Roger Williams on Saturday, May 10, 2008 - 10:37 PM
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Toni~
Toni TTrc

 
MUCH LOVE TO YOU MEL ! SO HAPPY TO HERE YOUR HOLDING "LES PAUL AGAIN !
I LOVE YOU MAN. ALWAYS IN MY THOUGHTs AND PRAYERS.
MUCH LOVE TO YOUR WHOLE FAMILY !
POUR ME A DRINK, CHEERS MEL
WTH LOVE ALWAYS, TONI~
 
Posted by Toni~ on Saturday, May 10, 2008 - 10:41 PM
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Achim Schreiner Official MySpace

 
Good news, Mel, under these circumstances, mate. Im really glad. I just saw the guitar pics and I was thrilled too, what an amazing piece! Looks like custom humbucker pickups, right? (No P90 definitely...)
You are in our all thoughts EVERYDAY and I listen to your music also nearly everday, in whatever form it is.
Stay strong, my friend, stay strong. As you see, your friends are always with you.

Much love to you and your incredible wife!
Achim Schreiner
 
Posted by Achim Schreiner Official MySpace on Saturday, May 10, 2008 - 10:41 PM
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Patrick Jason
Patrick Jason

 
Glad to hear you got your guitar back. Its a beauty! I think Jamie is in love with it too! LOL! Hope you doing ok bro. We love ya...............patrick
 
Posted by Patrick Jason on Saturday, May 10, 2008 - 10:47 PM
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Paul

 
THAT'S GREAT NEWS ABOUT YOUR GUITAR MEL

- I'LL BE THINKING OF YOU TOMORROW AND GETTING MYSELF DOWN TO "THE INTREPID FOX" TO RAISE A GLASS IN YOUR HONOUR !

CHEERS BUDDY !!


Paul Mc
 
Posted by Paul on Saturday, May 10, 2008 - 10:56 PM
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Spaceseed

 
Adding a lil more pop to my guitar sounds. I call it the Mel Galley sound. All the best fans 4 ever JP
 
Posted by Spaceseed on Saturday, May 10, 2008 - 11:06 PM
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Jeanne Xitrick

 
Hey Mel....) just wanna send u much love & wonderful mood...) Keep smiling...))
JX
 
Posted by Jeanne Xitrick on Saturday, May 10, 2008 - 11:12 PM
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Chuck

 
Mel, You're always in our prayers.....glad you have family and a gaggle of friends around you! Also good to hear that you've gotten hold of your original Paul (and a Black Beauty she is!!). You, Glenn and Dave have always been near and dear to my heart.

Cheers,

Chuck
 
Posted by Chuck on Saturday, May 10, 2008 - 11:28 PM
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Inmaculada

 
So great to hear from you again Mel!!!! and that gorgeous guitar is again in the best hands!!! :D
keep it up! you are in our hearts and thoughts and we love you!
I am not very fond of Gin&Tonic :D but I cheer my glass of Jack Daniel's with you! ;D
lots of love your way!
Inma xoxoxoxo
 
Posted by Inmaculada on Saturday, May 10, 2008 - 11:34 PM
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KEITZ

 
It's always great to be reunited with an "old friend", and a guitarist knows how special a guitar can be to a player. I'm glad you're once again reunited, my friend. You've been on my mind a lot lately, Mel and it's good to hear from you, even if it's through your webmaster. You continue to inspire us, your loyal fans who love you dearly. God Bless you and your family dear brother.
 
Posted by KEITZ on Saturday, May 10, 2008 - 11:34 PM
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Jimmy Edwards

 
Hi Mel; I hadn't stopped by your site for some time; and was totally unaware of your current situation; I don't have words;;;I can only say, assomeone who's never met you, a mere music fan, if you will and occasional quipster on your myspace page, that I 've been impressed by your career and love what a good soul you appear to be. I've never heard a negative thing about you; and in the music racket that says something. I wish you and your family well in this difficult time; thanks for the great music; you'te one of a kind!!! Cheers JE
 
Posted by Jimmy Edwards on Saturday, May 10, 2008 - 11:43 PM
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HYDRA

 
Mel, it's grand about the guitar. You're in my thoughts and prayers constantly, I'll have a G/T with you (in spirit) and we'll drink to the good times, eh? Love ya mate!!!
Edgar and the Hydra crowd
 
Posted by HYDRA on Sunday, May 11, 2008 - 12:08 AM
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Al EGIZI

 
Hey Mely get Welly, what a toasty time ! Ice machine, Gin Like never , wait ! like before, you ott to know! Steve Marriot RIP! Buddy get well ! Your LP is waiting and I am and All you loveing Fans Love you! care for your recovory to be soon Brother I see so many better days! For You And your Family! Your the One and Only Guitar God High on the wire! And Because of you I lok to Sky Above My Head, I wonder where the grass grows, Looking through the Sunshine Tell My Judgment Day , Ya tell my Judgement day!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
God Bless You My Friend MELLVILLE
 
Posted by Al EGIZI on Sunday, May 11, 2008 - 12:22 AM
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Blanco Diablo

 
That's awesome Mel! I wonder just how many songs that guitar has in it?! You're the d.b. Mel!!! Cheers buddy!

Jamie
Blanco Diablo
 
Posted by Blanco Diablo on Sunday, May 11, 2008 - 12:30 AM
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Jeff

 
Well Welcome to the HOME IMPROVEMEMT PLAN it's convienant ain't it !
Peace'n'Love to your wife and yaself thank's for all the Texas time past and still being around present...
Ps: glad you got your Paul back Bro ( :
 
Posted by Jeff on Sunday, May 11, 2008 - 12:34 AM
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Joe Hasselvander

 
MEL, Good to hear from you! I think and pray about you quite a bit! It's great to hear about the old Les Paul! It must be a trip to have that in your hands again after all these years! I'll be coming to England again in September for a short tour with my band Raven! You would love these geordie lads!They are crackers! Well , enjoy the in house wet bar and keep on keepin' on!
 
Posted by Joe Hasselvander on Sunday, May 11, 2008 - 12:37 AM
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Paul James (The EVIL One)
Paul James

 
Mel, I didn't know your doc prescribed gin/tonics & drugs 24/7 .
Is he taking new patients ?

What a way to go Mel !

Wish I was in UK I'd drop by and help you with those gin/tonics.....

Rock on forever !

Paul James (The ENVIOUS One)
 
Posted by Paul James (The EVIL One) on Sunday, May 11, 2008 - 12:50 AM
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DougOrama.net

 
Great to hear from Mel! I know all too well the enchanting call of the Les Paul, as you can see from my profile photo, so I'm really glad to see it back in it's proper hands. I just wish I could do with mine what Mel does with his! Keep on rockin' it!

Doug
 
Posted by DougOrama.net on Sunday, May 11, 2008 - 12:59 AM
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Rodrigo
Rodrigo Werneck

 
Dear Mel,

Greetings from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from a long time fan! I am glad to know that you got your Les Paul back and that you now have a domestic pub. Does that mean that your house is public now, or that your pub is a private one? ;-) You should call it "priv" then, ha ("funny" Brazilian bloke eh?).

Anyway, keep it up mate, lots of positive energy flying from this way to yours. Best wishes to you and yours!

All the best,

Rod

PS: Whitesnake played here last Wednesday and David dedicated "Love Ain't No Stranger" to you, to what the 3,500-people crowd reacted efusively. A touching moment!
 
Posted by Rodrigo on Sunday, May 11, 2008 - 1:03 AM
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TONY BUZZ DRUM
Tony Ward

 
Much Love to Awsome guitarist & one helluva Human Being!
T.
 
Posted by TONY BUZZ DRUM on Sunday, May 11, 2008 - 1:41 AM
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CaptMidnite1962

 
Hello Mel....

I am just glad that you are surrounded by family and friends.....and what a joy it must have been to be reunited with your favorite guitar. I can't even begin to imagine the emotions rolling through you when you held her again!

I willlift a pint to you on my next night off...you are never far from my thoughts!

Bill "Capt Midnite 1962" Redford
 
Posted by CaptMidnite1962 on Sunday, May 11, 2008 - 2:55 AM
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The Tomahawk Kid-TEA
Thomas Edward Allen

 
I lift the glass in salute to you, your wife, family and friends, and your amazing spirit.
God Bless/Good Rockin!!!


Tom from the states
 
Posted by The Tomahawk Kid-TEA on Sunday, May 11, 2008 - 3:27 AM
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Spud

 
I check on you almost daily. Drink one for me.
 
Posted by Spud on Sunday, May 11, 2008 - 3:57 AM
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greg
greg mahan

 
My best friend of 41yrs plays a 80 Black Custom and the reason he got the black one was because of you Mel Galley. May you and your Black Custom sing for many years to come.
greg
 
Posted by greg on Sunday, May 11, 2008 - 5:13 AM
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Lilli ☮ ♥ ♫

 

 
Posted by Lilli ☮ ♥ ♫ on Sunday, May 11, 2008 - 5:54 AM
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Scott
Scott Ingram

 
Hi Mel,
It's such a beautiful guitar. Must be like an old friend coming back home.
Bet you can't keep from smiling. Been thinking about you . Glad you are
feeling comfy at home with the bar & all. You'll always be my fave guitarist.
Take good care,
Scott xxx
 
Posted by Scott on Sunday, May 11, 2008 - 7:57 AM
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Stu

 
Rock On Mel!
 
Posted by Stu on Sunday, May 11, 2008 - 8:42 AM
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Jimmy Williams

 
The Paul is back where it belongs! Your music, kind words and wonderful vibe are always an inspiration!
 
Posted by Jimmy Williams on Sunday, May 11, 2008 - 8:47 AM
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On The Brink of Extinction

 
God Bless You Mel... You are a strong and wonderful person. Thank you for sharing your gift of music with all of us ... your talent... your heart...
Save a little drink for me! I would love to come visit and listen to some of your stories.
So glad you have Les again....
With my love to you and many hugs......
XOXOXOXOXO Liz
 
Posted by On The Brink of Extinction on Sunday, May 11, 2008 - 10:37 AM
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maxine
maxine meredith

 
Hi Mel & Annette

Both me and the girls are thinking of you both - miss bank street so much and our brilliant neighbours. Take care both and Mel I will have a G & T just for you xxx

Love Maxine, Carly & squeaky wheels Leah :-)

x
 
Posted by maxine on Sunday, May 11, 2008 - 10:43 AM
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Adam
Adam Birch

 
Always a great sound from a quality Gibbo in the hands of a great player.

We love you out here, Mel!

Cheers!
 
Posted by Adam on Sunday, May 11, 2008 - 12:02 PM
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Buck Judkins
Buck Judkins

 
Mel,
You truly are an inspiration to all of us. You will be in my prayers. Not only are you one of the most creative guitar players in rock history, you are a true gentleman!

Without YOUR music, I would not have been able to live out MY dream of being in a touring rock band. It is because of YOU, MY dreams as a little kid came thru later in my life.

Your guitar playing has inspired millions and your song writing will be in rock history.

God bless you! You mean a lot to millions of people including me!

Hang in there and may God be with you.

Buck Judkins
 
Posted by Buck Judkins on Sunday, May 11, 2008 - 12:39 PM
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Deborah

 
you & your family are in my thoughts, prayers & heart. God Bless. KEEP ROCKIN' cooldude !! luv&hugz, debs x
 
Posted by Deborah on Sunday, May 11, 2008 - 12:54 PM
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Mike
Mike Thomas

 
All the best mate! Keep supping that gin! ;-)
 
Posted by Mike on Sunday, May 11, 2008 - 1:34 PM
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SHIRL

 
Add comment. Hmm. I just love ya x
 
Posted by SHIRL on Sunday, May 11, 2008 - 1:50 PM
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Barry

 
Thanks for letting us all know how you're doing. I think about you and your wife everyday. Listen to your music almost everyday while I'm making glasses. B
 
Posted by Barry on Sunday, May 11, 2008 - 4:25 PM
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peter rogers

 
nice to see you got ya banjo back
like the gin and tonic bit!!!!!!!
HAVE A FEW MORE ON ME!!
plz keep as well as possible
your in our thoughts

peter rogers
 
Posted by peter rogers on Sunday, May 11, 2008 - 8:56 PM
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D’Elle (Debbie-Lee Richardson)

 
Glad you have your old friend back again Mel, thinking of you.

Think happy thoughts

love Debxxx
 
Posted by D’Elle (Debbie-Lee Richardson) on Sunday, May 11, 2008 - 11:20 PM
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Chris Walker

 
Hey Mel! I'll bet your guitar's as happy as you are to have her back again! Nice one about the G&T... (but a bit of Bulleit County wouldn't hurt either!)

All the best you you and your family,

Chris
 
Posted by Chris Walker on Monday, May 12, 2008 - 8:42 AM
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Lora

 
Mel,

Thinking of you and your family. Lots of love coming your way!

Lora
 
Posted by Lora on Monday, May 12, 2008 - 12:50 PM
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BLANCO DIABLO MANAGEMENT UK

 
Mel, that is so cool to have the original Les Paul - Wow!!! Have a G & T on me dude, I am constantly in touch with Marcus by the way, you are a great guy with a great family, I am genuinely honoured to be in your circle of friends buddy, luv ya, Keith
 
Posted by BLANCO DIABLO MANAGEMENT UK on Monday, May 12, 2008 - 2:05 PM
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8FORTY8

 
Hey Mel
Great to hear you're reunited with the old Les! thinking of you and wishing you well.

Kind regards
8Forty8
 
Posted by 8FORTY8 on Tuesday, May 13, 2008 - 3:03 AM
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debbie

 
Hi Mel, I saw a picture of your returned Les Paul.. what a fantastic story!
I truly regret I never saw you play, although almost, eh?
But at least I can say we met a couple of times..
Know that love and thoughts go with you on the next part of your journey.

Debs & Ian
xxx
 
Posted by debbie on Tuesday, May 13, 2008 - 6:53 PM
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Kev Moore

 
Hi Mel, I've just been writing in one of my blogs about how i regret parting with some of my basses through the years. I know how good it must feel to get that baby back! my thoughts are always with you, enjoy that guitar!
 
Posted by Kev Moore on Wednesday, May 14, 2008 - 6:35 AM
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james

 
Glad for the update! I continually wish great things for you and the family and I continue to enjoy the photos and music. Great to hear about the Les Paul as well! Keep Rockin' !
 
Posted by james on Friday, May 16, 2008 - 1:38 AM
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Swifton Vito (music)

 
Sorry to hear that Mr. Galley is gone. He'll be missed but his music and good cheer will live on forever.

God Speed.
 
Posted by Swifton Vito (music) on Monday, August 25, 2008 - 1:42 AM
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